1980 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (73 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Volkswagen | Bentley |
Model | Jetta | Continental |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3065 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |